Synthesis and Transformation

1. Tom behaved well during assembly. He was praised by his teacher.

Tom was praised by his teacher for his good behaviour during assembly.

2. They encouraged her. Aunty Lin decided to join the competition.

With their encouragement, Aunty Lin decided to join the competition.

3. He worked hard. He succeeded.

His success was due to his hard work.

4. I decided to stay calm. I was angry.

Despite my anger, I decided to stay calm.

5. Paul participated in the activity. He was given a certificate.

Paul was given a certificate for his participation in the activity.

1. Jacob was proud of his achievement.

Jacob takes pride in his achievement.

2. Her words were kind. I felt better. 

I felt better because of her kind words.

3. Wei Qing considered all the options carefully. He chose the best one.

Wei Qing chose the best one after careful consideration of all the options.

4. The fire destroyed the village. The people were devastated.

Owing to the destruction of the village by the fire, the people were devastated. 

5. The athlete’s performance was impressive. Everyone applauded her.

Everyone applauded her for her impressive performance.